What is the cheapest way to get from Ostend to Arras?

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Arras is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ostend to Arras?

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Arras is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to Arras. However, there are services departing from Oostende Gouwelozestraat and arriving at Arras via Bruges and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Arras. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Arras via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Ostend to Arras?

The distance between Ostend and Arras is 163 km. The road distance is 136.9 km.

How do I travel from Ostend to Arras without a car?

The best way to get from Ostend to Arras without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €24 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Ostend to Arras?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Ostend to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Arras bus from?

Ostend to Arras bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Oostende Gouwelozestraat station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Arras train from?

Ostend to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.

Train or bus from Ostend to Arras?

The best way to get from Ostend to Arras is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Ostend to Arras bus arrive?

Ostend to Arras bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brugge Station perron C7.

Where does the Ostend to Arras train arrive?

Ostend to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Arras is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Ostend to Arras.

Where can I stay near Arras?

There are 779+ hotels available in Arras.

Ostend to Arras - 3 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ostend to Arras by train (TGV), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
3h 36m
€25–34
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C7bus 30
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Lillebus 757
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arrasbus
5h 21m
€21–41
Drive 136.9 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Arrascar 136.9 km
1h 24m
€22–31

Ostend to Arras by train and foot

111Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.1 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Ostende to Arras via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Arras via Brugge Station perron C7, Bruges, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 5h 21m.

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